MONROVIA – The Liberia National Police (LNP) early Tuesday morning held a meeting with the National Collaboration Transport Union of Liberia (NACTUL) to address concerns raised by members of the transport sector.
The meeting focused on several key issues, including the presence of multiple checkpoints across the country, which the union believes are hindering the smooth operation of their transport services.
The union also raised concerns over what it described as excessive ticketing by police officers and called on the police administration to address the matter.
Additionally, the union expressed concern over the towing of vehicles by the Liberia Transport Management (LTM), noting that the high fees charged before vehicles are released are burdensome to drivers.
Despite these concerns, the union commended the LNP for implementing measures aimed at saving lives on Liberia’s roads. The meeting was largely cordial and marked by frank exchanges, emphasizing dialogue over confrontation.
Responding on behalf of the LNP, Gregory O. W. Coleman, Inspector General of Police, admonished members of the union to remain law-abiding and to respect traffic laws and regulations.
He stated that the police administration understands the concerns raised but urged drivers to always do what is right.
Inspector General Coleman emphasized that the LNP will continue to implement measures to protect road users, noting that “many people are dying on the roads due to abandoned vehicles more than violent crimes,” a situation he described as unfortunate.
On the issue of illegal checkpoints, the Inspector General assured the union that measures are being put into place to address the problem.
He further promised to engage the Liberia Transport Management on issues affecting drivers. He also disclosed that modalities are being worked out to provide training programs for drivers aimed at improving road safety awareness and enhancing professionalism within the transport sector.
